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Vini Jr speaks out in support of Yamal amid Islamophobia fight

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has publicly offered his support to Barcelona's Lamine Yamal as the two rivals put club colours aside to tackle the ongoing issue of racism in Spanish football. Following recent incidents involving both players, the Brazilian forward emphasized the need for high-profile figures to use their platforms to protect those without a voice.

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Shock Arsenal approach for Barcelona's Olmo revealed

Arsenal have reportedly seen an ambitious approach for Barcelona star Dani Olmo rebuffed as the midfielder remains committed to the Catalan giants. The Gunners were keen to exploit the playmaker's lack of regular starts at the Spotify Camp Nou, but the Euro 2024 winner has made his intentions for the future crystal clear.

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📽️ | Yamal scores goal in Kings League thriller

Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal swapped the Spotify Camp Nou for the Cupra Arena on Sunday to serve as acting president for his Kings League side, La Capital. With Barca team-mates Fermin Lopez and Joao Cancelo watching on, the 18-year-old stepped up to convert a high-pressure penalty, inspiring his team to a dramatic 8-7 comeback victory against Ibai Llanos’ Porcinos.

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Yamal earns praise from Ronaldinho for 'taking care' of Barca No.10 shirt

Barcelona icon Ronaldinho has offered a glowing endorsement of teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, insisting that the club's legendary No.10 shirt is being "well taken care of" by the academy graduate. Speaking from Miami, the Brazilian reflected on the heavy legacy of the jersey he famously passed to Lionel Messi before praising Yamal’s incredible early impact at the club.

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Lacey’s ex-team-mate explains why Man Utd may have their own Yamal

Former Manchester United academy captain James Nolan has drawn a striking comparison between Old Trafford starlet Shea Lacey and Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal. Having shared a pitch with both players during his time in the youth ranks, Nolan believes the 18-year-old United winger possesses the X-factor required to reach the very pinnacle of the professional game.

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Vuskovic reveals Tottenham transfer stance

Luka Vuskovic has provided a significant boost to Tottenham Hotspur by reaffirming his long-term commitment to the club. While his team-mates face intense transfer speculation linking them to Barcelona, the Croatian teenage defender expects to return to north London after his loan in Germany. His reassuring words arrive as Spurs brace for major defensive changes.

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Atleti president blasts Alvarez transfer rumours

Enrique Cerezo has launched a scathing attack on the Spanish media following relentless speculation regarding the future of Argentine forward Julian Alvarez. Despite heavy interest from Arsenal and Barcelona, the club president insists their star striker is going nowhere ahead of a crucial Champions League showdown, firmly rejecting rumours of a swift exit from the Spanish capital.

Frequently asked questions

Crystal Palace was originally founded in 1861 by the members of the Crystal Palace Company, who first founded a cricket club in 1857. The football team remained amateur until turning professional in 1905. Crystal Palace are the oldest football club still actively playing professional football in the world.

Steve Parish, who bought a stake in the club in 2010, has a 10% stake in Crystal Palace. American businessman John Textor, through his company Eagle Football Holdings, owns a 45% majority stake. Josh Harris and David Blitzer own 18% stake each, while investor Robert Franco owns 5% stake in the club.

Crystal Palace play their games at the Selhurst Park, which has been the club's home ground since 1924.

Selhurst Park has a capacity of 25,486. From 1985 to 1991, and from 1991 to 2003, Charlton Athletic and Wimbledon shared the venue with Crystal Palace, respectively.

Crystal Palace are yet to win a single major honour, making it to the FA Cup final twice.

No manager has led Crystal Palace to an English top flight title yet, with their best-ever finish coming in the 1990-91 season, when they finished third.

Former Scottish centre-back Jim Cannon holds the record for making the most appearances for Crystal Palace, playing 600 games while spending his entire career at the Selhurst Park.

Peter Simpson scored 165 goals during his five-season stint at the club (1929-30 to 1933-34) and is Crystal Palace's all-time top goalscorer.

Wilfried Zaha, Ian Wright, Wayne Hennessey, and Christian Benteke are some of Crystal Palace's most famous players ever.

Edmund Goodman, Terry Venables, Alan Pardew, Roy Hodgson, Frank de Boer, and Patrick Vieira are Crystal Palace's most famous managers ever.

Crystal Palace are famously known as The Eagles, a reference to their club badge which consists of an eagle holding a football.